Kowalewski is a former state trooper who was rear-ended while investigating an accident. The law was originally passed to protect police and emergency responders. He is now a safety coordinator for AAA.

“Our goal at the end of the day is to have our tow truck drivers and our members arrive home safely to their family and friends,” he said.

The new law takes effect Oct. 1.

The move over law for police and emergency vehicles has been in effect since 2010.

Pat Warren joined the Eyewitness News team in 1992.
Pat came to WJZ from WBNS-TV in Columbus, Ohio where she had been a news anchor and general assignment reporter.
Her desire to give back to the community keeps Pat involved with many...